 Pointe des Galets : Profile
One should tie up alongside the fisherman's wharf south of the entrance, or proceed farther south to the marina and tie up alongside the reception pontoon, in front of the Port Captain’s office that had been inspired by the Sydney Opera House. Deep-drafted boats should not proceed beyond the finishing wharf, where the depth is 14 ft (4.5 m). Yachts should contact the Capitainerie du Port on VHF Channel 16 and they will advise on the correct procedure. Yachts which arrive outside working hours usually have to wait until offices open. Port de la Pointe des Galets is usually referred to simply as "Le Port". The Port Captain’s office (Tel. 0262 435899) is open 0800-1700 on weekdays, and 0800-1500 on weekends.
Pointe des Galets is an artificial harbour about 10 miles west of the capital Saint Denis in the western part of Le Port area. The new marina (port de plaisance) is now operational south of the commercial harbour. Fuel and water can be taken on at the fishermen's wharf and there is also a fuel station next to the travelift pen.
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